African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf called for African pharmaceutical sovereignty, saying the continent could no longer depend on global health systems that had failed to develop vaccines and treatments for diseases mainly affecting Africa.
The Namibia National Liberation Veterans Association (NNLVA) is focusing on achieving financial independence and sustainability for its members.
During a meeting in Otjiwarongo, its president, Job Immanuel, outlined the organisation's plans.
The Omaludi Agricultural Festival in Okongo, Ohangwena region, started today.
The event is scheduled to be opened by its patron, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, on Wednesday.
Kornelius Shimuafeni, the 16-year-old boy set to be declared a national hero for saving twins in Omusati from drowning, says he is humbled by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's decision to confer him with the honour.
Africa Day serves as a reminder of the importance of pride, unity, cultural heritage and the spirit of ubuntu that binds Africans together.
These were the sentiments shared when the Keetmanshoop NBC News team hit the streets to gauge residents' reflections on the importance of celebrating Africa Day.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Africa Day is a reminder of Africa's journey towards freedom, unity and economic independence.
At the commemoration of Africa Day held at Parliament Gardens in Windhoek.
The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, in partnership with the Swapo Party Women's Council, hosted a two-day mental health workshop in Otjiwarongo aimed at raising awareness and strengthening community understanding of mental health issues.
For the past years, access to potable water has been a challenge for the Withuis community, who have relied on a water canal supplying water to the green scheme farmers.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Africa's future depends on unity, regional cooperation and homegrown solutions as the continent commemorates Africa Day 2026.
African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf urged renewed commitment to continental unity, integration and development while spotlighting water security as a priority for the continent's future.
